Events Manager – Nativeevents
Job Description
Native Events is seeking an experienced, commercially driven Events Manager to lead business performance, drive profitable growth and ensure exceptional event delivery. Guided by our mission of curating bespoke experiential moments, you will lead our Sales, Creative & Experience and Production teams, with accountability for revenue, profitability and operational performance.
Job Summary
– Employer: nativeevents
– Job Type: Full-time
– Location: Gaborone, Botswana
– Category: Events
– Closing Date: 2026-10-30
Key Responsibilities
– Own client retention and account growth, and lead the sales pipeline, opportunity conversion and strategic client relationships.
– Lead pricing, quotations and commercial negotiations within agreed approval limits.
– Lead and develop the Sales, Creative & Experience and Production teams, setting clear priorities and performance expectations.
– Oversee event delivery from client handover through planning, execution and close-out, ensuring quality, timeliness and delivery within budget.
– Manage resource scheduling, supplier performance, equipment readiness and operational costs.
– Work closely with Be Group Finance on budgeting, procurement, debtor management and post-event financial reviews.
– Ensure safe event delivery, effective risk management and high standards of professional conduct.
– Report on business performance, delivery risks and corrective actions, and improve operational systems and processes.
Requirements
– A relevant qualification in Business, Operations, Events, Marketing, Hospitality or a related field, or equivalent demonstrated industry experience.
– At least eight years of relevant experience, including at least three years in a management role with responsibility for teams, budgets and commercial or operational performance.
– Experience delivering events, experiential projects or comparable complex service operations.
– A proven record of managing budgets, pricing, margins and multidisciplinary teams.
– Strong client relationship, business development, negotiation and communication skills.
– Sound commercial judgement, planning and problem-solving skills, with the ability to perform under pressure.
– A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel and work evenings and weekends as event schedules require.
How to Apply
Apply by email: [email protected]
